Haizlena

Meet John Carlton , a talented and renowned photographer whose stunning works have earned him fame but not fortune. Struggling to make ends meet, he faces the emotional turmoil of his mother's illness, with medical bills depleting whatever little money he earns. Amidst this hardship, he finds himself harboring an inexplicable disdain for the famous actress, Charlene Watson.
Unaware to John , Charlene is burdened with her own struggles, seeking solace from the intrusive eyes of fame by adopting disguises to escape her celebrity persona. One day, fate brings Charlene, concealed by a clever guise, into John 's life.
Intrigued by the beauty and emotions captured in his work, she finds herself drawn to this enigmatic photographer.
As their paths intersect, John  is captivated by the mystery surrounding this enigmatic woman, unaware of her true identity. He finds himself falling for her, swept away by her genuine spirit and the compassion she exudes, all the while oblivious that Charlene and the actress he loathes are one and the same.
As love blossoms, fate's irony thickens the plot.
Charlene's disguise becomes a double-edged sword, concealing her from the public eye but also hindering her from revealing her true self to John .
Conflicted and torn, she must decide whether to unveil her identity and risk everything she has come to cherish, or continue the charade to protect herself from the relentless scrutiny of the media.
Amidst the chaos of their intertwined destinies, John must confront his prejudices and reconcile his feelings for the woman he thought he despised.

Love Disguised

Emily wrapped her arms around John and kissed him. "Happy birthday, babe," she said, pulling back and resting her forehead against his. 


"Thank you," John smiled, feeling the warmth of her affection. 


"Let's go down; your mom and Mabel are waiting," Emily said. John nodded, and they headed downstairs. 


As they walked down, John was greeted with a chorus of "Happy Birthday" from his mother and Mabel. "Thank you, Mabel. Thank you, Mama," he said, standing next to his mom, who placed an affectionate kiss on his hand. 


He cut the cake, and they celebrated together for a while, sharing laughter and stories before eventually heading to their beds. The house quieted down as everyone settled in for the night, but Emily found herself unable to sleep. She tossed and turned, her mind racing with ideas. 


Chapter 21